Hello there, fellow journeyers on this winding road of life. Today, I'd like to share a profound truth that has transformed my perspective and priorities. It's about investing, but not in the stock market or real estate. This investment is eternal and it's all about storing up treasures in heaven.

Let's consider Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon and one of the wealthiest people on earth. His net worth is estimated at over $200 billion! But even with all his wealth, he can't take it with him when he leaves this world. As Steve Jobs famously said on his deathbed, "You can't connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backward."

This brings us to an ancient wisdom from a best-selling book that has stood the test of time - The Bible. In Matthew 6:19-21, Jesus advises us not to store up treasures on earth where moth and rust destroy but to store up treasures in heaven where they will never perish.

"But how do we store up treasures in heaven?" you might ask.

Well, let's dive into that.

Firstly, by giving generously. Not just financially but also our time, skills and resources to help those in need. When we give selflessly without expecting anything in return, we are making an eternal investment.

Consider Mother Teresa who dedicated her life serving the poor in India. She didn't have much worldly wealth but she was rich beyond measure in love and compassion - her true treasures stored up in heaven.

Secondly, by living a life of integrity and righteousness. When we choose honesty over deceit, kindness over cruelty, forgiveness over revenge - we are storing up treasures in heaven.

Take Nelson Mandela for example. He spent 27 years in prison fighting against racial discrimination yet emerged with no bitterness but a heart full of forgiveness and reconciliation. His life is a testament to the eternal treasures of righteousness and peace.

Lastly, by nurturing our relationship with God. Spending time in prayer, reading His word, and sharing His love with others are all ways we can store up treasures in heaven.

Remember Billy Graham? He was one of the most influential evangelists of our time. He didn't seek fame or fortune but dedicated his life to sharing the gospel - his eternal investment.

So, let's shift our focus from the temporary to the eternal. Let's invest in kindness, love, righteousness and a relationship with God. These are the true treasures that will last forever.

I challenge you today to consider your own life. Where are you investing your time, energy and resources? Are they in things that will fade away or in eternal treasures?

Remember, we are not just passing through this world; we are preparing for eternity.

Personally, I want to measure my wealth by giving rather than accumulating (bold words, but let's see if I can actually follow through and walk the talk) !

P.S. I'd love to hear about your own experiences of storing up treasures in heaven. Share them in the comments below!